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A member asked:
Small sore throat when swallowing. i did start smoking recently ehat could this be?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Irritation: Tobacco smoke is an irritant to tissues. You could be having pharyngitis from the irritation. As if the many other inherent dangers from smoking weren't enough to persuade you to quit, hopefully this will. If you develop high fever or are unable to swallow, see your doctor. Hope this helps!
Answered 8/30/2014
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Your answer: The most likely is irritation from the smoking. Stop and see. If it persists then a doctor should examine the area.
Answered 1/22/2015
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